Design Manager - Utilities At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The project: The Design Manager leads on behalf of the Senior Design Manager in all aspects of the design, including coordination, submission, compliance, programming, and management of design, engineering, and assurance. The Design Manager liaises with the Principal Designer, the client, and manages, coordinates, integrates, and certifies on behalf of the Senior Design Manager that the works for the project have been designed in accordance with the scope and requirements. Key Responsibilities: Manage and progress design packages through Concept, Scheme and Detailed design to completion Guide the development of the design to achieve a safe, buildable, operational and maintainable asset that is compliant with Technical and Project Requirements. Ensure a suitable regime of intervention and verification to deliver the necessary technical assurance, particularly where scope is progressively fixed and assured. Develop an approach to design driven by value and collaborative working with the Design team, Construction team, and the supply chain/subconsultants. Ensure culture and behaviours meet client Construction Partner Objectives in collaboration with all parties. Maintain an uncompromising commitment to safety. Support the review of major Assurance deliverables. Review and approve all design submissions before issuing to the client and/or third parties. Review key technical interfaces with adjacent contracts or existing third-party assets. Ensure that technical issues are identified, escalated, and resolved as efficiently as possible. Ensure exemplary quality and sustainability standards. Provide technical support to quality and design processes including change control, request for information, non-conformance, and defect notices. Implement the processes of the Design Management Plan and BIM Execution Plan, and provide feedback on performance of the design against the Plan for continuous improvement. Manage a design programme and cost forecast, keep a register of potential risks and opportunities, and ensure the Engineering Change Control process is implemented. Liaise and coordinate with the client and relevant stakeholders, including other Technical Leads, the Lead Designer Representative, and Assurance Manager. Manage package design submissions, monitor design review progress, and close out deliverable rejections and comments. Monitor that CDM risk registers are developed and maintained by the consultants and that they mitigate risks appropriately. Chair CDM risk handover meetings to the delivery project management team and project operators/maintainers. Project Specifics HS2 Euston Station requires significant enabling works to be carried out, including the diversion of major utility assets in a complex multi-stakeholder environment. Technical Skills and Competencies: Have excellent communication skills (including presentation skills) in English, both written and verbal, and the ability to report at both Project and Board level. Ability to manage teams of people in a multi-disciplinary environment. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan ahead and manage own time. The good working knowledge of the: a) Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, b) Construction Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations 1996, c) Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015, d) Management of health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999, e) other relevant legislation. Ability to navigate complex Common Data Environments and ideally experienced with Aconex, Projectwise, and Assetwise. Qualifications, Certifications and Experience: Experience within a similar role within an appropriately sized engineering/construction organisation. Preferable to have experience in dealing with utility assets and utility companies, or similar third-party assets. Educated to degree or higher level or equivalent in a numerate discipline, typically Engineering discipline (or related). A lower educational level, typically HNC or HND, may be acceptable where a very significant level of experience in a senior technical engineering role can be demonstrated. Preferable to have membership of an appropriate Professional body, typically Chartered member of Institute of Civil Engineering or an international equivalent professional status. Appropriate CSCS card. Behavioural competencies Engages with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders in pursuit of objectives. Communicates confidently with a range of people, adapting communication style to have a positive impact. Drives results by striving to achieve challenging goals, demonstrating resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Demonstrates commitment to developing own and others professional and industry knowledge. Demonstrates sound analytical ability, appreciating complex issues and situations. Demonstrates flexibility in thought and approach, managing multiple demands within the wider strategic context.